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stressedalots
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What is the name of your state? Maine
We just found out the apartment we are living in doesn't have a certificate of occupancy because they are not up to fire code. The buildings are brand new, we have only been there for 6 months. I have spoken to the code enforcement officer who has verified that there has been no certificate of occupancy issued and he is still not ready to issue one. I have copies of the notice of violations sent by the CEO that was hand delivered and signed by my landlord. I am worried about the safety of my family and want out of our one year lease. Is our lease valid? Can I break the lease and still get my security deposit back? Will I be liable for the rent the remainder of my lease? 2nd question is- I've heard if a building doesn't have a certificate of occupancy, the landlord cannot collect rent. Is this true?
We just found out the apartment we are living in doesn't have a certificate of occupancy because they are not up to fire code. The buildings are brand new, we have only been there for 6 months. I have spoken to the code enforcement officer who has verified that there has been no certificate of occupancy issued and he is still not ready to issue one. I have copies of the notice of violations sent by the CEO that was hand delivered and signed by my landlord. I am worried about the safety of my family and want out of our one year lease. Is our lease valid? Can I break the lease and still get my security deposit back? Will I be liable for the rent the remainder of my lease? 2nd question is- I've heard if a building doesn't have a certificate of occupancy, the landlord cannot collect rent. Is this true?